Apprentice Electrician

IKO Global; Ashcroft; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer of roofing materials in Ashcroft is seeking a 3rd or 4th year Apprentice Electrician. The role involves supporting the inspection, installation, and maintenance of electrical systems in a fast-paced industrial environment. Candidates should have a basic understanding of electrical theory and a strong commitment to safety and teamwork. This opportunity offers a competitive wage of $38.88 and various benefits including health plans and retirement savings programs.

Benefits

Competitive wage - starting at $38.88

Health, dental, and insurance plans

Company matched retirement savings program

Overtime and banked hours

Yearly $200 safety allowance

In-house training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Must be a registered 3rd or 4th year Apprentice Electrician.
• Willingness to learn about PLCs, VFDs, and instrumentation.
• Strong commitment to safety in all tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist with installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting electrical equipment.
• Support routine preventative maintenance inspections.
• Help interpret electrical drawings and schematics.

Skills

Strong interest in industrial electrical work

Basic understanding of electrical theory

Strong problem-solving skills

Ability to work in a team

Education

Registered 3rd or 4th year Apprentice Electrician

Tools

Electrical tools

Test equipment

Job description

Overview

IKO Industries Ltd. is a market leader in the manufacturing of roofing and building materials. IKO is a Canadian owned and operated business with production facilities worldwide and has many years of unparalleled success in the roofing materials industry. Quality, integrity, and trustworthiness are the values that underlie this success, and we have built this company by hiring people who hold these values. People like you!

Job Description

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a 3rd or 4th year Apprentice Electrician to join our team. The Apprentice Electrician will support the inspection, installation, maintenance, testing, and repair of electrical components and systems at the IG Machine & Fibers Ltd. Ashcroft granules production facility. Working under the direction of Journeyperson Electricians and the Electrical Supervisor, the Apprentice will assist in troubleshooting electrical and control systems, participate in planned maintenance activities, and contribute to continuous improvement projects throughout the plant.

This role requires a strong commitment to safety, learning, and teamwork in a fast-paced industrial environment. The Apprentice Electrician will be expected to follow all workplace procedures, including those related to hazardous environments, lockout/tagout, and electrical codes. This position is part of the IAMAW Lodge 692 (Union), and the successful candidate will be required to join and follow the terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Plant Description

IG Machine & Fibers Ltd. is a production facility that mines, processes, colours, and ships granules used for roofing products.

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Location

IG Machines and Fibers Ltd.

3745 Barnes Lake Rd, PO BOX 1000, Ashcroft, BC V0K 1A0

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive wage - starting at $38.88
• Competitive health, dental and insurance plans
• Company matched retirement savings program
• The opportunity to join a continuously growing organization with focus on diversity and inclusion
• The opportunity to work with an industry leader in manufacturing
• The opportunity to have overtime and banked hours
• Yearly $200 as safety allowance
• In-house training and development opportunities

When you join us, you will be:

• Assist with installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting electrical distribution and control equipment
• Support work involving computers, VFDs, PLCs, and field instrumentation
• Help organize tools, parts, and work areas; assist with maintaining records of electrical modifications (e.g., red-line drawings)
• Follow all safety rules and policies, including LOTO and Life-Critical procedures
• Participate in routine preventative maintenance inspections and calibration activities
• Assist in performing repairs during scheduled and unscheduled maintenance
• Contribute to diagnosing electrical, control, and instrumentation issues using logical troubleshooting methods
• Help interpret electrical drawings, schematics, manufacturer documentation, and the Canadian Electrical Code
• Complete work documentation using electronic work order and maintenance software
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, including maintaining tidy, organized, and safe work areas as part of a 5S program
• Work collaboratively with other trades and maintenance personnel
• Perform physically demanding tasks in a 24/7 industrial environment

Our ideal candidate:

• Must be a registered 3rd or 4th year Apprentice Electrician
• Strong interest in industrial electrical work and learning advanced control systems
• Basic understanding of electrical theory, circuits, and safety practices
• Familiarity with electrical tools, test equipment, and safe work procedures
• Ability to read and interpret basic drawings and diagrams (training provided for more advanced schematics)
• Willingness to learn about PLCs, VFDs, instrumentation, and industrial automation
• Comfortable using (or learning) computer-based maintenance systems
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills
• Ability to work in a team and follow direction from Journeypersons and supervisors
• Ability to manage time effectively and handle changing priorities
• Physically capable of working in a demanding industrial environment and available for shift work
• Commitment to safety in all tasks, big or small

Work Schedule

The hours of work will be primarily Wednesday through Saturday (40 hours).

Diversity, Equal Opportunity and Accommodations

IKO Industries Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability. IKO Industries Ltd. encourages and welcomes internal applications from employees with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for internal applicants taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Benefits of Employment

IKO recognizes that its success is due to the strength of its employees. A primary goal of IKO is to promote individual employee's sense of accomplishment and contribution so that employees enjoy their association with IKO. The Company invests in its employees so that they are the most knowledgeable in the industry, and undertakes great efforts to nurture loyalty to, and teamwork at, IKO. We are pleased to offer competitive compensation, health care, a progressive and challenging workplace and a commitment to teamwork and integrity.

Diversity and Equal Opportunity Employment

IKO Industries Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability. IKO Industries Ltd. encourages and welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.